16946 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 16946 (Tioga, Pennsylvania) pay a median of $1,991/year in property taxes on homes valued at $157,000. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.27%, which is 6% below the Pennsylvania state average of 1.34%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 16946 is approximately $166, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Tioga County. This is $813 less than the Pennsylvania average of $2,804/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Pennsylvania, 16946 has higher property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 15468 (1.27%) and 18431 (1.27%).

In Tioga, property taxes represent approximately 3.8% of the median household income of $52,083, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Pennsylvania has no statewide property tax cap; Tioga County Assessor sets assessments locally, and reassessment may occur at any time, increasing your property tax burden. Seniors (65+), widows/widowers, and disabled homeowners earning ≤$35,000 should apply for Pennsylvania's Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program via the Department of Revenue — eligible applicants receive annual rebates of $250–$1,000+. Contact the Tioga County Assessor within 30 days of purchase to confirm your base assessment and apply for school district homestead exclusions that reduce taxable value.